New Fever in Brazil: Automotive Armor Is No Longer Expensive, Has Ceased to Be a Luxury, and Is Winning Over More Brazilians with the Possibility of Extra Protection

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 29/09/2025 at 21:50

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Automotive Armoring Grows in Brazil in 2024, Even with Decrease in Thefts, Reaching Popular Vehicles, Electric Cars, and Innovative Services

The market for vehicle armoring continues to expand in Brazil and the numbers show a consolidation scenario. In the first six months of 2024, 22,425 cars underwent the protection process, representing an increase of 11.5% compared to the same period in 2023, according to the Brazilian Armoring Association (Abrablin).

This advance is noteworthy because it occurs even in areas where theft rates have decreased.

Security Rises Despite The Decrease in Thefts

In the city of São Paulo, data from the Public Security Secretariat (SSP-SP) shows a 10% decrease in vehicle thefts.

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Armoring Ceases to Be Exclusive

Previously restricted to luxury models, armoring has become an affordable option for more common vehicles.

Among the most sought-after used models are the Toyota Corolla and Hilux, in addition to the Jeep Compass. Average prices reach R$ 250,000 on digital platforms like OLX.

The cost of the service depends on the car’s structure and varies from R$ 70,000 to R$ 120,000. This range corresponds to the installation of level III-A barriers, the maximum allowed for civilian use in Brazil.

This type of protection withstands gunfire from pistols and revolvers, the most commonly used weapons in urban robberies.

New Fronts in The Sector

The sector has gained innovation with the inauguration of the first armoring factory for electric cars in the country.

Moreover, companies are expanding services with app-based transport in armored fleets, aimed at upscale areas and city centers.

The Armed Forces regulate the activity, as the materials used are on the list of products controlled by the Army.

High Demand and Delivery Times

Some of the leading companies can armor between 550 and 600 cars per month. The average completion time is around 22 business days, counted from the release of materials by the Army.

Abrablin estimates that Brazil currently has about 425,000 armored vehicles in circulation, within a national fleet of 63 million.

Therefore, even though it is restricted to a portion of the population, armoring continues to grow, a direct reflection of the search for solutions to urban insecurity.

With information from Gazeta de São Paulo.

New Fever in Brazil: Automotive Armor Is No Longer Expensive, Has Ceased to Be a Luxury, and Is Winning Over More Brazilians with the Possibility of Extra Protection

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